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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Architect - **Company:** Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. - **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $77,600.0 - $176,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Border Gateway Protocol, Biometrics, VoIP, Unix, Cloud Engineering, Communications Protocols, Complex Networks, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Computer Networks, Data Centers, Linux, Network Topologies, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol, IPv4, IPv6, Interoperability, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, OSI Models, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Key Management, Network Security, Microsoft Visio, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Data Streaming, Network Switches, Network Routing, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Operations, Cloud Platform System, Firewalls (Computer Science), Network Support, Cisco - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/network-architect-aurora-co--ee50eb1c-5fdb-4c1e-b6ec-9e1fe3f1fa2a ## About the Role A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable agencies to achieve their missions, but how can an organization make sure their network will fit their evolving needs? Crafting the right network, with the right equipment and software, requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That's why we need a network engineer like you who knows how to develop the exact network the client needs. As a Network Architect on our team, you'll use your skills in network design and architecture, system interoperability, OSI model, and network transport layers to help support the nation's defense and respond to evolving adversaries. You'll troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, analyze current working infrastructures, and increase security, reliability, and availability for critical network systems. You'll apply your knowledge in routing and switching, integration of encryption gear, network design and architecture, system interoperability, IP engineering, and network transport layers as you join our team of problem-solvers to help the client evolve and deploy new capabilities and technologies. Your knowledge of network protocols, equipment, emerging technology, and configurations will come in handy as you help optimize client operations and modernization. Using your experience in cryptography, key management, software, and hardware firewalls, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients on mission-critical projects. Using your technical curiosity and knowledge of industry standards, you'll make an impact on national security-related missions., * 6+ years of experience as a network or data center systems engineer * 3+ years of experience in network architecture * Experience in network design, protocols, and infrastructure, and with IPv4, IPv6, QoS, MPLS, or BGP * Knowledge of network topology diagrams and modifying, as needed, using network diagraming software, such as MS Visio * Knowledge of STIG network device security compliance, security hardening requirements, and secure device access control login methods * Knowledge of network security principles and practices, including Crypto, COMSEC, ViPER, or VOIP, to install and configure network devices * Ability to develop network architecture to support worldwide encrypted communications and model out bandwidth, data flows, and define data mission threads in MBSE * Top Secret clearance * Bachelor's degree * Network+, Security+, CISSP, CCNA, or CCNP Certification Nice If You Have: * 2+ years of experience with missile warning systems or ground-based systems * Experience with enterprise network management tools to monitor network performance status, firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection or prevention systems * Experience with leadership * Experience with Unix, Linux, RedHat, and RHEL version 6 or above * Knowledge of basic data cryptographic techniques and government-classified networks * Ability to design scalable and resilient network architectures in on-prem or cloud architectures * Possession of excellent communication and teamwork skills * TS/SCI clearance Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required., Access Control, Artificial Intelligence (AI), BGP, Biometrics, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Cloud Architecture, Communication Skills, Communications Security (COMSEC), CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Compensation and Benefits, Cryptography, Customer Support/Service, Emerging Technology, Firewalls, Government, IP (Internet Protocol), IPv4, IPv6, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Interoperability, Intrusion Detection Systems, Intrusion Detection and Prevention (IDP), Leadership, MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching), Microsoft Visio, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Design, Network Operations Center, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Protocols, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Software, Network Support, Network Switching, Network System Hardware, Network Systems, Network Topology, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Protocol Design, QoS (Quality of Service), Security Compliance, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Modeling, VPN (Virtual Private Network), VoIP (Voice over IP), Work From Home ## Related Videos - [Getting under the skin: The Social Engineering techniques](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/38-getting-under-the-skin-the-social-engineering-techniques) - [IoT: The road to sustainability](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/557-iot-the-road-to-sustainability) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [The Time Paradox: Building Timezone-Safe Python/Django Applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1915-the-time-paradox-building-timezone-safe-python-django-applications) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)